The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) and the Chilean Association of Online Betting Platforms (aPAL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at supporting the development of effective and sustainable regulation for online betting in Chile. The agreement combines IBIA’s international expertise in betting integrity with aPAL’s local industry knowledge at a key moment for the Chilean market, as discussions continue regarding the future regulatory framework for online betting and gaming.
As part of this collaboration, IBIA and aPAL will cooperate in sharing information related to regulatory, political, and social developments affecting the sector, while also exchanging international experiences and best practices from established regulated markets. Both associations will work together to promote regulatory approaches and industry standards that contribute to a viable and efficient model for Chile, balancing consumer protection, market sustainability, and sports integrity.
Carlos Baeza, lawyer and representative of the Chilean Association of Online Betting Platforms, explained: “Chile is at a crucial moment in the discussion on how to regulate an activity that already exists and requires a clear and modern framework. In this context, our partnership with IBIA provides valuable information, comparative evidence, and technical expertise that will be key to enriching the debate across multiple dimensions, from betting integrity and operational traceability to user protection and, of course, supervisory standards.”
Khalid Ali, CEO of the International Betting Integrity Association, added: “As more countries move towards regulating online betting, there is growing recognition that it is essential to design the regulatory framework correctly from the outset. Effective regulation should protect consumers, support integrity measures, and create a sustainable market environment. We are pleased to collaborate with aPAL to share international expertise and contribute to the ongoing discussions in Chile.”
IBIA works with betting operators, regulators, sports organisations, and policymakers across multiple jurisdictions worldwide to promote betting integrity and responsible market development. Through its Global Monitoring and Alert Platform (Global MAP), the association helps strengthen integrity and confidence in regulated sports betting markets.
IBIA’s Global MAP monitors more than 1.5 million matches across over 80 sports offered by its members, generating more than US$300 billion in annual sports betting turnover for those operators. The agreement with aPAL reflects a shared commitment to supporting thoughtful and effective regulation in Chile through collaboration, expertise, and evidence-based policy making.
About IBIA
The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) is a not-for-profit association funded by operators committed to safeguarding betting integrity. Its Global Monitoring & Alert Platform (Global MAP) uses operator intelligence from 90+ members to identify and share alerts on suspicious betting across regulated markets worldwide. Its collaboration model enables intelligence sharing between operators, sport’s governing bodies, regulators, and law enforcement. It helps prevent the manipulation of sports and betting markets through athlete education, policy guidance, and by promoting integrity standards.
About the Chilean Association of Online Betting Platforms (aPAL)
The Chilean Online Betting Platforms Association (aPAL) brings together companies that are actively promoting the creation of a clear regulatory framework for online betting in Chile. Its members comply with international standards regarding transparency, data protection, anti-money laundering measures, user protection, and cooperation with authorities. aPAL advocates for a modern and effective regulatory framework that can bring order to an activity that already exists, protect individuals and institutions, and provide legal certainty and oversight for the country.
